Renaissance Kingdom Wars
- November 26, 2024
- Reverie World Studios
Get on SteamIn Renaissance Kingdom Wars, become a captain of a mercenary army and fight real-time battles to conquer cities during the Renaissance era. Manage and grow your captured cities to prosperity, and choose to either remain loyal to your king or rebel against him to take the crown. Expand your empire across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East in this grand strategy game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a promising mix of RTS and traditional economic strategy, reminiscent of classic titles like Age of Empires and Total War.
- The developers are responsive and committed to improving the game, which shows potential for future updates and enhancements.
- Gameplay is engaging with a variety of strategies, unit types, and a nostalgic art style that appeals to fans of older RTS games.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, particularly during loading screens and battles, which can significantly hinder the experience.
- AI behavior is often unpredictable and lacks strategic depth, leading to frustrating combat scenarios and poor unit management.
- Graphics and animations feel outdated, and there are significant historical inaccuracies that detract from the immersion and authenticity of the game.
- gameplay23 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics and engaging core loop, combining city-building, grand strategy, and real-time battles, though some users note the need for graphical updates and additional features like enhanced siege mechanics and seasonal effects. The introduction of unique elements, such as the zombie mechanic and a robust diplomatic system, adds depth and variety, while the option for auto-resolve caters to players less skilled in real-time strategy. Overall, the gameplay experience is smooth and enjoyable, despite some minor glitches and the game's early access status.
“Renaissance Kingdom Wars seems to be the biggest step forward these games have taken, and the setting is just an absolute perfect match for the mechanics.”
“Deep gameplay: a rich and engaging experience combining city-building, grand strategy, and real-time battles.”
“The gameplay is incredibly smooth, and the historical accuracy is spot on.”
“Total war clone with worse graphics and mechanics.”
“Visual and gameplay enhancements: graphical glitches like the bigger gatehouses not appearing properly need fixing.”
“Siege mechanics: more detailed options like creating larger breaches in walls or using specialized units for sieges would enhance gameplay.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of early 2000s titles, with a charming art style that some players appreciate despite its outdated appearance. While the visuals may lack modern polish and experience occasional glitches, they contribute to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay for those who value retro aesthetics. However, some users express disappointment in the lack of graphical updates since the game's initial release, suggesting that improvements are needed to enhance the visual experience.
“The art style is charming and reminds me of things I used to watch my dad play when I was a kid.”
“Visual and audio quality: high-quality graphics and sound create a highly immersive experience.”
“You get the beautiful world map, the nostalgia-inducing 'stronghold retro' graphics, and a ton of variety from what I can see.”
“I understand the game is based on a type of game from the year 2000, but you can stay true to that while using updated graphics.”
“Total war clone with worse graphics and mechanics.”
“In terms of graphics, it is probably not for everyone as it gives off a feeling akin to older early 2000s strategy games, so don't expect high polygon models and great textures.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting performance issues such as lag and crashes, particularly during large-scale battles. While some still find the game enjoyable despite these early access bugs, it is generally recommended to wait for a full release or performance fixes before diving in.
“Despite its early access bugs and occasional performance issues, I find Renaissance Kingdom Wars to be a standout title in the RTS genre.”
“Definitely wait for the full release on this one, or at least until they fix the performance issues.”
“Some players experience lag and crashes, especially during large-scale battles.”
“I've also experienced performance issues, particularly during large-scale battles, which can detract from the overall experience.”
“Performance issues: some players experience lag and crashes, especially during large-scale battles.”
“Definitely wait for full release on this one, or at least until they fix the performance issues.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, featuring familiar artists from previous titles in the series, which appeals to streamers and content creators. While the soundtrack is generally good, some tracks are noted to have a historical feel, though not entirely accurate.
“The music is another positive element as well!”
“The music is good, and some tracks seem to be close to the period (not 100% on that).”
“The artist of the music is the same for the other Kingdom War titles as well as Stars End, so if you are a streamer, rumbler, or a tuber, it's safe to keep on.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel stale after a short time.”
“The soundtrack feels uninspired and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
“The music is often drowned out by sound effects, making it hard to appreciate.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is mixed; while some players appreciate its richness and the variety of strategy it offers, others feel that the campaign lacks a compelling narrative despite the large map. Additionally, there are vocal elements that enhance the experience during and between missions.
“This game is rich in story and offers a variety of strategy.”
“The campaign map is very big but is lacking a story so far; the gameplay is fun, but the graphics could be updated.”
“There are some vocals during gameplay, as well as before, in-between, and after campaign and sandbox missions.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits stability issues, particularly with unit placement on walls and stairs, leading to bugs where units may fall through or fail to engage correctly. Additionally, graphical glitches, such as improperly rendered gatehouses, detract from the experience, though overall gameplay remains beginner-friendly and easy to navigate.
“Placing units on walls is buggy; some units fall through or sit on stairs without engaging properly.”
“Graphical glitches, like the bigger gatehouses not appearing properly, need fixing.”
“The game does contain a few bugs and glitches that affect stability.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it effectively satisfies their desire for kingdom building, army training, and farming activities, making it an engaging experience.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which really takes away from the enjoyment.”
“The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and feels more like a chore than fun.”
